ᐅ Brick veneer or stucco? Durability and appearance?

Hello!

Nice and straightforward question. What is the wall construction? Our neighbors have aerated concrete and external thermal insulation composite system (ETICS) – with that, there are no secrets left. Disputes, family planning, even the TV schedule become public.

Best regards,
TomTom1

Hello

When it comes to plaster, the materials used really make a difference. Near us, terraced houses were built using the cheapest plaster to save costs. After less than two years, the houses (especially on the weather-exposed side) look so worn out that they actually need to be repainted...

In contrast, many brick-faced houses tend to look better rather than worse after several years...

But in the end, it’s just a matter of personal taste.

Best regards
Micha

Hello Tomtom, in this case, both would be a double wall construction.

Micha&Dany schrieb:
...For cost reasons, the cheapest plaster was used...

Initial cost savings are often the cause of later shortcomings or problems.
In my opinion, buildings are often designed too large. With sensible planning, a few cubic meters of enclosed space can usually be saved (cost), which can then be invested in solid and reliable foundations (building/installation) within the same budget!

Best regards

I personally find brick veneer very attractive, but both cost considerations and current trends are moving away from them. I know many houses that are beautiful but have this type of brick veneer. Because of this, they are almost impossible to sell.

I never questioned this as someone from northern Germany. [emoji4]

Brick is a must, and I don’t want to hear about savings without brick either [emoji4]

The only question is which brick.

I can’t decide here, and it should still appeal to me in 20 years.
Roof and windows will, of course, be anthracite.

It will be a bungalow.

What do you think?